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Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back Kindle Edition

by Joe Cosentino (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 out of 5 stars 33 ratings
On Cozzi Cove at the New Jersey shore, handsome Cal Cozzi’s seven bungalows are open for summer and love.

Mario and Harold are brothers and college students who happen to look alike, but couldn’t be more different: Mario is searching for love, and Harold is searching for lust. Josh and Greg, a wealthy older couple, are matchmakers for their son, Christopher.

When it comes to Connor, the maid, packed with muscles and a roving sponge, anything can happen. Opposites attract as wild Tim with the secret past meets shy Mark, and porn star Chuck Caliber connects with Sean, a virgin romance novelist.

And what will happen when computer-game designer Arthur has a midnight sea rendezvous with a merman? Even married Cal faces an emotional upheaval when a gay bashing turns into something quite unexpected.

What secrets and passions lie in magical Cozzi Cove?

Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back contains adult content suitable for mature readers only.
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  1. Book 1 of 5
    Cozzi Cove
  2. Print length
    232 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    March 19, 2016
  6. File size
    3.7 MB
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"Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back is the very finest in literary fiction with a romance theme, yet it's more than just that--it's about human connections and empathy and finding a way out of the fear and inertia faced by so many. It's also about courage and strength, about respect and coming to terms with all that life has to offer, and it's about letting go. I loved this book and look forward to the next in the series. This is a highly recommended read, well-deserving of Five Stars." -GGR Reviews

"I loved this story. It carries you through the full range of emotions, from joy to sadness, from happiness to anger. The characters are beautifully written....I look forward to a return visit to the Cove." -TBR Pile

"In true Joe Cosentino style, this book is packed full of drama! This cast of characters will have you laughing out loud one minute before ripping your heart out the next." -Joyfully Jay

"Cosentino tells the stories of the guests and owners at Cozzi Cove as separate yet intertwining stories, a delivery style that's genius. It's a bit like watching segments unfold in soap opera fashion....While the story is rife with the humor and lighthearted romance I've come to associate with Joe Cosentino, it also addresses several serious topics associated with the gay community: homophobia, stereotyping and coming out." -3 Chicks After Dark

About the Author

Bestselling author Joe Cosentino won Divine Magazine's Readers Poll of 2015 for Best LGBT Mystery Novel, Best LGBT Humorous Novel, and Best LGBT Contemporary Novel. He wrote Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back & Cozzi Cove: Moving Forward in the Cozzi Cove beach series (NineStar Press); Drama Queen and Drama Muscle Nicky and Noah mysteries (Lethe Press); In My Heart/An Infatuation & A Shooting Star, A Home for the Holidays, The Naked Prince and Other Tales from Fairyland (Dreamspinner Press); Paper Doll, Porcelain Doll, Satin Doll, and China Doll Jana Lane mysteries (The Wild Rose Press), and The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (Eldridge Plays and Musicals). He has appeared in principal acting roles in film, television, and theatre, opposite stars such as Bruce Willis, Rosie O'Donnell, Nathan Lane, Holland Taylor, and Jason Robards. Joe is currently Head of the Department/Professor at a college in upstate New York, and is happily married. His upcoming novels are Cozzi Cove: Stepping Out (NineStar Press), Drama Cruise Nicky and Noah mystery (Lethe Press), and Rag Doll Jana Lane mystery (The Wild Rose Press). Joe was voted 2nd Place for Best MM Author of the Year in Divine Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards for 2015!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01D7T939E
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ NineStar Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 19, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 232 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1911153351
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ Cozzi Cove
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JOE COSENTINO was voted Favorite MM Mystery, Humorous, and Contemporary Author of the Year by the readers of Divine Magazine for Drama Queen, the first Nicky and Noah mystery novel. He is also the author of the remaining Nicky and Noah mysteries: Drama Muscle, Drama Cruise, Drama Luau, Drama Detective, Drama Fraternity, Drama Castle, Drama Dance, Drama Faerie, Drama Runway, Drama Christmas, Drama Pan, Drama TV, Drama Oz, Drama Prince, Drama Merry, Drama Daddy, and Drama King; the Player Piano Mysteries: The Player and The Player’s Encore; the Jana Lane Mysteries: Paper Doll, Porcelain Doll, Satin Doll, China Doll, Rag Doll; the Cozzi Cove series: Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back, Moving Forward, Stepping Out, New Beginnings, Happy Endings; the In My Heart Anthology: An Infatuation & A Shooting Star; the Tales from Fairyland Anthology: The Naked Prince and Other Tales from Fairyland and Holiday Tales from Fairyland; the Bobby and Paolo Holiday Stories Anthology: A Home for the Holidays, The Perfect Gift, The First Noel; and the Found At Last Anthology: Finding Giorgio and Finding Armando. His books have won numerous Book of the Month awards and Rainbow Award Honorable Mentions. As an actor, Joe appeared in principal roles in film, television, and theatre, opposite stars such as Bruce Willis, Rosie O’Donnell, Nathan Lane, Jason Robards, and Holland Taylor. He received his Master of Fine Arts degree from Goddard College, Master’s degree from SUNY New Paltz, and is a happily married emeritus college theatre professor residing in New York State.

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  • Erryn Barratt
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great love with a little bit of heartbreak (an audio review)
    Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2018
    I loved the premise of this book – a group of seven cabins on the Jersey Shore, LGBT-friendly. This particular week, all seven cabins are filled with an eclectic group of gay men. The operation is overseen by Cal Cozzi, assisted by his able and horny assistant, college student Connor.

    While listening, it was hard to keep track of all the new arrivals and I found it easier to write them down. If you can’t, though, no worries. At the end of the first chapter, Connor and Cal review all seven cabins and their inhabitants.

    Eclectic is the perfect word for these men and as they form acquaintanceships, friendships, and even romantic relationships, I found depth in these characters.

    There were over-the-top moments, such as when the married couple freak out because their son is bringing home Julie (who, for the record, disappears completely without another mention).

    The four-way (not in the way you think) between the college students was cringe-worthy. Way over the top in the silliness and miscommunications. I get it – trust is an issue. It got to be a bit much.

    Another thing that niggled was how Cal met Michael. Michael shouldn’t have been walking around less than an hour after the ‘incident’. I’m not saying every law enforcement procedure needs to be followed, but the lack of care in applying them was glaring.

    Finally, the physical descriptions of the men. Sure, it’s fun to hear every piece of clothing they are wearing – colour and all. It was the physicality of the men. I didn’t count, but I think ‘pectoral’ was used at least 10 times in the first two chapters. I get it – most of the men are buff. I don’t need the constant repetition.

    Okay, on to what I loved.

    Cal. All is not as it seems, but his desire to create a safe space for his guests is admirable. For him, meeting the young Michael is a turning point, and I love the growth in his character.

    The mysterious hunk and Sean the novelist. They both have significant insecurities and huge baggage, and yet they work through it.

    I adored Arthur the clumsy trainwreck. Anyone who has stumbled – physically or emotionally – through life – can relate to him. His story was unusual, his happy ending uncertain, but wow, when it came? Blew me away.

    Finally, there are Mark and Tim. I don’t want to ruin their story, but by the time Mark is introduced in the first chapter, it is clear what his destiny is. And I’m tearing up now as I write this, even more than a week after listening to it. Be prepared – it’s an emotional wallop and a reminder of the power of love when all else is lost.

    Chase Johnson is an amazing narrator. There are more than thirteen male voices and he made each distinct. This was important because there were many, many changes in point-of-view. Without the visual of a page break, it was sometimes difficult to orient myself. The cute transitions when one person saw another and the POV shifted is something I haven’t seen very often.

    I went back and forth between a 3 or an 4. 3 because of all the irritations which often pulled me out of the story. In the end, I settled for an 4. Between Mark & Tim’s tale and Cal & Michael’s, there was some great storytelling, and providing so many happy and satisfying endings must have been a challenge.

    But I got what I had hoped for – a special romance.
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  • Stephanie Lake, M/M Romance Author
    5.0 out of 5 stars This story made me laugh and cry.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2016
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    Joe Cosentino spun a complex yet simple handful of romances that were fun and emotional. It is rare when an author can make me forget what time it is, but Joe did that for me with Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back.

    If you like lush descriptions, delightful characterization, humor and emotion, you will love this book.
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  • Becky Cox
    4.0 out of 5 stars Bouncing Back
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2016
    Cozzi Cove: Bouncing Back

    Joe Cosentino

    Cozzi was a fun read. It reminded me of a sitcom. Cozzi Cove is a vacation destination that is 7 bungalows. You get an insight into Cal's life, who runs the resort and all of the vacationers. There lighthearted funny times and some serious heartbreaking moments. Each guest, mostly couples, are dealing with different issues in their relationship and we are a like a fly on the wall watching inside each bungalow.

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    I felt particularly connected to Cal. There were some beautiful poignant moments with him. Cal is clever, sweet, funny and loyal.

    "In those stories, Jesus love, at with, and served everyone.l He defended the downtrodden, and was a hero to the poor and the misfits. Using those stories to try to take away someone's humanity and civil rights is the sin, not being born gay."

    Joe Cosentino hits all the feels in Bouncing Back, even though most of them are short lived since the story jumps from bungalow to bungalow. You won't sit and bawl but will definitely feel a stir in your heart region.

    Cosentino's writing is well done and clever, if a bit dated at times. I enjoyed this story and all the characters involved. There are sex scenes but they are secondary and not the focus of the story.

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  • Lori Powell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner by a Marmite author.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2016
    "Greg took in a deep breath to clear his head. "We've been wondering. I guess now we know. Christopher is straight. Which is fine. We have straight friends."
    "It's different when it's your own son." Josh unpacked their things, putting them away in the closet and bureau.
    "How did this happen?" Greg followed him around the room.
    Josh threw a hanger at his husband. "You played football with him in the backyard when he was a kid. And you bought him a GI Joe doll for Christmas."
    Greg smiled in recollection. "The GI Joe doll was hot.""
    This. This is why I love Joe Cosentino's words. This author has a unique writing style that falls within the boundaries of satire and parody. I think I've compared its essence before to the Carry On films, and as I read this story I was once again reminded of this comparison. The humour is full of double entendres and tongue in cheek wit. I can't help but grin my way through his novels.

    But.

    But.

    Beneath the comings and goings and toings and froings and sex and arguments and innuendo are real issues. Coping with the death or illness or betrayal. Learning to love. Hoping. Yearning. Becoming different. Growing. Accepting.

    Joe Cosentino writes a novel that could be taken at surface value. It could be read as a humorous story and totally enjoyed in that way. When I read his stories though I see more.

    ""This isn't Peter Pan," Josh replied, squeezing his husband's hand. "We don't need anyone to believe in us, except us.""

    I see a truth not to be ignored. Experience and understanding. Whilst at first glance it easy to see the parody, the rest is there, squeezing its way in under the guise of humour, sex and innuendo. There is not another writer of which I can think of offhand who can have several couples all declaring love after knowing each other for a week without rolling my eyes. Joe Cosentino gets away with it though. Somehow it just fits - kinda like a puzzle I guess, all the parts slot together to make the whole, no matter how obscure they may appear individually.

    Though I happen to have chosen two quotes from the same couple, this book is about Cal Cozzi and the holiday bungalows he owns in Cozzi Cove. It's about the guests and locals over a one week period - and if I took it apart and inspected each individual element I would be the first to say Nope, no Siree, this story will not work. And yet it does. This author is yet to disappoint me with his stories. I think he is a Marmite author, you'll either love or hate his writing style. For me it's love all the way.
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  • Fay's MM Reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing book
    Reviewed in Australia on March 10, 2017
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    Okay, wow... what a book. For the start of the series its certainly exciting and holds a major surprise in the story line. The story starts of being set in a resort called Cozzi Cove where its has a main bungalow and 7 bungalows that are rented out during the holiday season. Calvin and his sister inherited it from their great grandparents. This week the rooms are full of exciting guests as they relax and enjoy the beach. The guest's are a different bunch from, students, twins, a writer, an actor, even the accident prone gamer. The Cove is known for being place where people find piece and love and renewal and a little bit of mystery too. This book has a lot going on at the same time but it all works in the story as the author has beautifully written it. I can say if you are intending to read this want til the 30% mark and hold on to your chair cause the surprise will blow you away. I had to put my kindle down to absorb it all. I loved all of the characters and their stories, but one couple didn't turn out like I wanted it too, poor Tommy. A great book to read for your libraries.
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